Mari Shinoda Scholarship Fund Grant

The Mari Shinoda Scholarship Fund, established by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, supports local students from the Greater Hartford area who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. This scholarship targets those pursuing careers in helping professions such as social work and public health. With a history of nearly $30 million awarded, the program continues to empower students in their pursuit of higher education, fostering community commitment and professional ambition.

About the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Over the years, individuals and families have donated money to the Foundation, creating an endowment. From the endowment, the Foundation makes grants to a broad range of nonprofit organizations in the region.
There are more than 160 funds at the Foundation devoted specifically to scholarships.
About the Scholarship Program
Since 1945, The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Scholarship Program has awarded nearly $30 million to students attending colleges in Connecticut and across the country.
The Hartford Foundation Scholarship Program helps award hundreds of scholarships each year to local students seeking post-secondary higher education.
This fund awards scholarships to students from the Greater Hartford region who have academic ability, financial need, a commitment to their communities and pursuing a career in the helping profession, including but not limited to social work, psychology, human services and public health.

Eligibility

Selection CriteriaGraduating high school senior who lives in or attends high school in the 29-town Greater Hartford region.
Will attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university, part-time or full-time.
Pursuing a career in the helping professions, including but not limited to social work, psychology, human services, and public health.
Have financial need as determined by the FSS (FAFSA Submission Summary) of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
Are goal-and mission-oriented.